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Apr 15

The Scrappy Cardigan - Update #4 The final update

I’m quite sad to be writing this, as the cardigan-making has come to an end! It’s finished and fabulous, and I’m kind of hoping it stays...

DIY Project- Turn a Tapestry Project into a Cushion

LittleFigHandmade

Mar 26

DIY Project- Turn a Tapestry Project into a Cushion

There’s something incredibly special about hand stitched projects like tapestry, needlepoint, embroidery or cross stitch, knowing the...

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Mar 25

The Scrappy Cardigan - Update #3

Well I’ve reached the underarms, and the biggest challenge so far has been to keep to the promise to sewing in the ends as I work. If...

LittleFigHandmade

Mar 13

The Ultimate Guide to Linen Fabric

Linen is one of my favourite fabrics to work with - it holds its shape well, but creates comfortable, cool garments that can be dressed...

LittleFigHandmade

Mar 12

The Scrappy Cardigan - Update #2

I’ve been making very slow progress with the cardigan this week. I knit in that very English “throwing” way, so switching colour every...

LittleFigHandmade

Feb 20

The Scrappy Cardigan - Update #1

For Lent this year, I decided it was time to observe it with something that really would be a true challenge. I’ve previously abstained...

Inspiration & Fabric Picks for the Daisy Dress Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

Feb 20

Inspiration & Fabric Picks for the Daisy Dress Pattern

The Daisy Dress is a true 'old favourite' of ours and we just love how versatile it is - perfect for lightweight summer sews or cosy...

How to - Adapt Knitting Patterns for Different Yarn Weights

LittleFigHandmade

Dec 7, 2023

How to - Adapt Knitting Patterns for Different Yarn Weights

We sometimes get questions about how easy it would be to adapt a knitting pattern to different yarn weights, and this is something that I...

Make your own - Popcorn Children’s Bicycle Basket FREE Crochet Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

Dec 5, 2023

Make your own - Popcorn Children’s Bicycle Basket FREE Crochet Pattern

Everyone knows how busy Father Christmas is right now, so naturally when Grandma Fig got the call from his elves, to help out with a...

How to - Knitting Bobble or Popcorn Stitch with Contrast Bobbles

LittleFigHandmade

Mar 30, 2023

How to - Knitting Bobble or Popcorn Stitch with Contrast Bobbles

Little Fig asked me recently if I’d make her a new Cora cardigan, and would I make it with “rainbow bobbles instead of plain ones”. She...

How to put together a Little Fig PDF Sewing Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

Feb 9, 2023

How to put together a Little Fig PDF Sewing Pattern

All of our sewing patterns come with a A4 Print Cut and Stick and an A0 Copyshop Printing File. Here's a quick guide on how to use both...

Make your own - Last Minute Christmas Stocking FREE Sewing Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

Dec 19, 2022

Make your own - Last Minute Christmas Stocking FREE Sewing Pattern

This stocking is a great last minute Christmas project - it can be sewn in an hour or less! Perhaps you have a new family member, or a...

Make your own – Hot Water Bottle Cover FREE Knitting Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

Dec 5, 2022

Make your own – Hot Water Bottle Cover FREE Knitting Pattern

Hot water bottles are a great way to quickly get your body warm, or to apply heat to sore muscles and aches and pains. Our favourite way...

Make your own - FREE Draught Excluder Tutorial

LittleFigHandmade

Nov 21, 2022

Make your own - FREE Draught Excluder Tutorial

As the nights grow colder - and the energy bills rise, we thought we would share one of our favourite scrap-busting projects, which also...

Make your own - Crochet Ric-Rac Trim FREE Crochet Tutorial

LittleFigHandmade

Jun 22, 2022

Make your own - Crochet Ric-Rac Trim FREE Crochet Tutorial

We had a lot of questions on how we made this fabulous rainbow ric-rac trim for our Denim Mollie Skirt, so we've put together a quick...

Make your own - Children's Simple Unisex Summer Shorts FREE PDF Sewing Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

Jun 13, 2022

Make your own - Children's Simple Unisex Summer Shorts FREE PDF Sewing Pattern

Every kids wardrobe needs a practical pair of shorts - and these simple, unisex and super comfy elasticated waist shorts are perfect for...

Make your own - Rainbow Crochet Sun Hat FREE PATTERN 0-6 Months

LittleFigHandmade

May 10, 2022

Make your own - Rainbow Crochet Sun Hat FREE PATTERN 0-6 Months

This cotton rainbow sun hat is a little blast from the past, as it's inspired by a hat Charis used to have when she was little! I loved...

Make your own - Rainbow Children's Shopping Bag FREE Crochet Pattern

LittleFigHandmade

May 3, 2022

Make your own - Rainbow Children's Shopping Bag FREE Crochet Pattern

Whenever we go to a certain supermarket, we always have to check we have an extra trolley coin so that we can get a mini trolley for our...

Join us on Facebook - on our new pattern group!

LittleFigHandmade

Apr 13, 2022

Join us on Facebook - on our new pattern group!

We're excited to announce that we've created a group on Facebook - just for discussing all things related to Little Fig Handmade Patterns...

Make your own - Women's Peter Pan Detachable Collar FREE PATTERN

LittleFigHandmade

Apr 1, 2022

Make your own - Women's Peter Pan Detachable Collar FREE PATTERN

Use our FREE Detachable Peter Pan Collar Pattern to change up and restyle your outfits! Removable collars are a great way to give the...

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